A curated list of the most beautiful places in Montenegro that deserve a place on any Balkan travel itinerary. For such a teeny tiny country, Montenegro really packs a punch. From peak to shore, Montenegro is without a doubt one of the most beautiful countries in the region.
The irony, of course, is that the capital is known for being one of the most unappealing cities in Europe⦠But even ugly duckling Podgorica has its charms! Here is my list of the best places to visit in Montenegro , as explored on our day road trip. Please note: This post contains affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking a link at no extra cost to you. Learn more. Montenegro is perfect for a road trip, so I highly recommend hiring a car and exploring the country at your own pace.
Local Rent is my go-to website for car rentals in Montenegro. They work with local agents to offer competitive prices and flexible terms. Located in the middle part of the Bay of Kotor, adjacent to the narrow channel that opens out to the Adriatic, Perast is a tiny hillside town sandwiched between the coast and the mountains.
Its single main street is overflowing with pretty architecture, crumbling bell towers and romantic seaside cafes. Perast was established by the Venetians and features grand marble palazzos and picturesque churches. The 18 Renaissance and Baroque palaces along the seafront are a testimony to its glory days as a thriving port. Today, Perast is mostly residential and very peaceful compared to other towns along the Boka Kotorska.
Instead of cruise ships, small boats ply the harbour, ferrying people back and forth to Our Lady of the Rocks. The only artificial island in the Adriatic, it was constructed from old shipwrecks and stones at the site where a vision of the Virgin Mary appeared to two local fishermen. Strolling along the harbour at dusk after the day visitors have departed is a wonderful way to soak up the spirit of Perast. Medieval Roman churches, Venetian palaces and towering Byzantine towers reveal the legacy of the many different empires that have occupied Kotor over the centuries.
